Hotel at a Glance: Inn at Venice Beach

This 50s-inspired hotel entices its guests with its chic boho decor and an 18-foot mermaid mosaic. Located just 3 minutes away from Venice Beach, the hotel places visitors right in the heart of an eclectic, modern neighborhood. Inn at Venice Beach features 38 guest rooms with 5 loft suites, complimentary WiFi, and flat-screen TVs.

• Clean, modern guest rooms are decorated with vintage-inspired art and feature 42” flat-screen TVs, complimentary WiFi, Keurig coffeemakers, and mini-refrigerators.
• Venice Beach is located just 3 minutes away from the hotel.
• Eclectic neighbourhood offers unique dining opportunities, from casual taco spots to gourmet and upscale cuisine.

Venice Beach, Los Angeles: Colorful Boardwalk and Wide Beaches

In the late 1890s, tobacco magnate Abbot Kinney set out to create a resort town–theme park hybrid that was reminiscent of Venice, Italy. He chose a marshy area of Los Angeles near the beach and hired construction crews to dig out canals so that gondolas could carry tourists to and fro. Kinney brought on architects to design hotels and stores with a distinctly Italian feel. He also added Kinney Pier, with attractions including a dance hall, auditorium, and aquarium. By the 1950s, the area had fallen into disrepair, but Venice was revitalized after an influx of hippies and artists moved in during the 1970s. Today, the Ocean Front Walk remains a prime spot for people-watching—it’s a bustling blend of musicians, artists, street vendors, skateboarders, and only-in-LA eccentrics.

If you get tired of lounging on the sands of Venice Beach, you can hop on the 26-mile bike path to ride up the coast to sunny Santa Monica. This beachfront locale is best known for its namesake pier, which juts into the Pacific Ocean and hums with lively amusement park attractions, including a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a carousel from the 1920s.